Very Good
#177 of 716 private schools in IL
Top 25% of private schools
Chicago Futabakai Japanese School
School
2550 N ARLINGTON HEIGHTS RD, Arlington Heights, IL 60004
Enrollment
104
Student-Teacher
4:1
Score
7.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 9th
Enrollment
104
Student-Teacher
4:1
Score
7.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 9th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Illinois private schools
#177 of 716
In Arlington Heights
#2 of 5
public schools
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About Chicago Futabakai Japanese School
Chicago Futabakai Japanese School is a private school in Arlington Heights, IL. Chicago Futabakai Japanese School serves approximately 104 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-9th, and has a 4:1 student-teacher ratio. Chicago Futabakai Japanese School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10 and ranks #177 of 716 private schools in IL.
- This school 7.2 · Very Good
- IL avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 104 students, Chicago Futabakai Japanese School is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
At 4:1 students to teachers, Chicago Futabakai Japanese School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Chicago Futabakai Japanese School is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow Chicago Futabakai Japanese School compares to 13 public schools serving similar grades in Arlington Heights, IL
Student Demographics
Nearby Other Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Chicago Futabakai Japanese School (this school) | 7.2 |
| Edgar A Poe Elem School | 7.1 |
| Ivy Hill Elem School | 8.2 |
| J W Riley Elem School | 7.0 |
| Greenbrier Elem School | 8.7 |
| Patton Elem School | 6.8 |
| Thomas Middle School | 7.4 |
| Olive-Mary Stitt School | 7.9 |
| John Hersey High School | 9.3 |
| Windsor Elementary School | 7.8 |
| South Middle School | 8.3 |
| Westgate Elem School | 8.0 |
| Dryden Elem School | 7.1 |
| Juliette Low Elem School | 4.1 |
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
Score Breakdown
PreliminaryWhat This Rating Measures
This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in IL.
Data Unavailable
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Score basis: Private school model
Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data
Components scored: 4 of 5
Ranking pool: Private schools in IL
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
2550 N ARLINGTON HEIGHTS RD, Arlington Heights, IL 60004
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Chicago Futabakai Japanese School may also want to explore other schools in the area. John Hersey High School (rated 9.3/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Greenbrier Elem School (rated 8.7/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Buffalo Grove High School (rated 8.4/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby Buffalo Grove), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Arlington Heights, see our Arlington Heights schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Edgar A Poe Elem School Arlington Heights | 0.4 mi | 7.1 |
| Ivy Hill Elem School Arlington Heights | 0.6 mi | 8.2 |
| NEWHOPE ACADEMY Arlington Heights | 0.9 mi | 7.9 |
| J W Riley Elem School Arlington Heights | 0.9 mi | 7.0 |
| Greenbrier Elem School Arlington Heights | 0.9 mi | 8.7 |
| Buffalo Grove High School Buffalo Grove | 1.3 mi | 8.4 |
| Thomas Middle School Arlington Heights | 1.3 mi | 7.4 |
| Patton Elem School Arlington Heights | 1.3 mi | 6.8 |
| Olive-Mary Stitt School Arlington Heights | 1.6 mi | 7.9 |
| BRIGHT HORIZONS Arlington Heights | 1.5 mi | — |
| ST PETER LUTHERAN SCHOOL Arlington Heights | 1.6 mi | 6.3 |
| Henry W Longfellow Elem School Buffalo Grove | 1.6 mi | 8.0 |
| BUFFALO GROVE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Buffalo Grove | 1.5 mi | — |
| Lake Louise Elem School Palatine | 1.4 mi | 3.7 |
| Joyce Kilmer Elem School Buffalo Grove | 1.7 mi | 5.8 |
| John Hersey High School Arlington Heights | 1.7 mi | 9.3 |
| Cooper Middle School Buffalo Grove | 2.0 mi | 7.7 |
| ST VIATOR HIGH SCHOOL Arlington Heights | 2.0 mi | 5.1 |
| Booth Tarkington Elem School Wheeling | 1.7 mi | 6.1 |
| MacArthur Middle School Prospect Heights | 1.9 mi | 7.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 60004 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$124,962
Median Home Value
$415,100
Median Rent
$1,703/mo
Population
51,884
College Educated
58.7%
Homeownership
77.3%
Avg Commute
29.1 min
Poverty Rate
6.1%
Median Age
42
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Chicago Futabakai Japanese School
What grades does Chicago Futabakai Japanese School serve?
Chicago Futabakai Japanese School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 9th.
How many students attend Chicago Futabakai Japanese School?
Chicago Futabakai Japanese School has an enrollment of approximately 104 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Chicago Futabakai Japanese School?
The student-teacher ratio at Chicago Futabakai Japanese School is 4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Chicago Futabakai Japanese School rank in IL?
Chicago Futabakai Japanese School ranks #177 of 716 private schools in IL.
What is Chicago Futabakai Japanese School's MySchoolScout rating?
Chicago Futabakai Japanese School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Chicago Futabakai Japanese School a private school?
Yes, Chicago Futabakai Japanese School is a private coeducational school with a Nonsectarian affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Chicago Futabakai Japanese School a religious school?
No, Chicago Futabakai Japanese School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 9th
- Enrollment
- 104
- Gender Split
- 56% M / 44% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 26
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 6.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 194 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Cook County
- Phone
- (847) 590-5700
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